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DocuWare vs Kaspersky Total Security

DocuWare logo

DocuWare

Government

Document Management and Workflow Automation

From
On request
Free plan
No
Full reviewWebsite
Kaspersky Total Security logo

Kaspersky Total Security

Cybersecurity

Complete protection for your digital life

From
Free
Free plan
Yes
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: DocuWare complex setup requiring significant IT effort before full functionality is achieved; Kaspersky Total Security uS sales banned since June 2024 with support ending September 29, 2024
  • They diverge on capability: DocuWare covers Document Storage, Kaspersky Total Security covers Real-time protection.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which DocuWare and Kaspersky Total Security actually diverge.

Attributes where DocuWare and Kaspersky Total Security differ
AttributeDocuWareKaspersky Total Security
Starting priceOn requestFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, iOS, AndroidWindows, macOS, iOS, Android
CategoryGovernmentCybersecurity
Founded19881997

Identical on both: pricing model (Unknown), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in DocuWare

  • Document Storage
  • Intelligent Indexing
  • Workflow Automation
  • Mobile Access
  • Electronic Signatures
  • Microsoft 365
  • SAP
  • QuickBooks

Only in Kaspersky Total Security

  • Real-time protection
  • Ransomware protection
  • Safe Money
  • Privacy protection
  • Parental controls
  • Password manager
  • VPN
  • File encryption

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Desktop support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

DocuWare

  • Citizen Servicesnot Kaspersky Total Security
  • Records Managementnot Kaspersky Total Security
  • Public Safetynot Kaspersky Total Security
  • Civic Engagementnot Kaspersky Total Security

Kaspersky Total Security

  • Antivirusnot DocuWare
  • Internet Securitynot DocuWare
  • Parental Controlnot DocuWare

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

DocuWare

  • Complex setup requiring significant IT effort before full functionality is achieved
  • Limited user interface customization restricting tailored workflows and branding
  • Performance slowdowns when processing large document volumes or handling many simultaneous users
  • Search requires exact matches and is case-sensitive, limiting usability
  • Limited offline access with mobile app offering reduced functionality
  • Integration challenges with major ERP platforms
  • Steep initial investment, particularly for migrating older systems

Kaspersky Total Security

  • US sales banned since June 2024 with support ending September 29, 2024
  • VPN limited to 200 MB per day and servers in only 24 countries
  • Password manager has privacy concerns with questionable terms and policies
  • VPN and password manager only included in Plus and Premium tiers, not in Standard
  • Occasionally flags legitimate files as false positives
  • Firewall leaves open ports on public networks

Pricing, plan by plan

DocuWare

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the DocuWare review.

Kaspersky Total Security

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Basic antivirus
    • No real-time protection
  • Standard$38.99/year
    • Antivirus
    • Firewall
    • Anti-phishing
  • Plus$52.99/year
    • Standard features
    • Password manager
    • VPN with limit
  • Premium$74.99/year
    • Plus features
    • Identity protection
    • Unlimited VPN

Which should you pick?

Choose DocuWare if

  • You need document storage.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want intelligent indexing.
DocuWare review

Choose Kaspersky Total Security if

  • You need real-time protection.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android.
  • You also want ransomware protection.
Kaspersky Total Security review

Questions people ask

Is DocuWare or Kaspersky Total Security better?
Neither clearly leads. DocuWare starts at On request and Kaspersky Total Security at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, DocuWare or Kaspersky Total Security?
Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for DocuWare and Free for Kaspersky Total Security.
Does DocuWare or Kaspersky Total Security run on more platforms?
DocuWare runs on Web, iOS, Android. Kaspersky Total Security runs on Windows, macOS, iOS, Android.
Can I use Kaspersky Total Security for free?
Yes. Kaspersky Total Security has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. DocuWare starts at On request.
What is DocuWare best used for?
DocuWare is most often used for citizen services, records management, public safety, civic engagement. Of those, citizen services and records management are not what Kaspersky Total Security is typically brought in for.
What can DocuWare do that Kaspersky Total Security cannot?
DocuWare covers Document Storage, Intelligent Indexing, Workflow Automation, Mobile Access. Kaspersky Total Security covers Real-time protection, Ransomware protection, Safe Money, Privacy protection. Both handle Web support, Desktop support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

DocuWare: Is DocuWare available as cloud or on-premises?

DocuWare is available as both a cloud-based SaaS solution and as an on-premises deployment option.

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Kaspersky Total Security: What does Kaspersky Total Security include?

Kaspersky Total Security (Premium tier) includes antivirus, firewall, password manager, VPN with 200 MB daily limit, parental controls (Kaspersky Safe Kids), and anti-ransomware protection.

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DocuWare: What platforms does DocuWare support?

DocuWare is available as a web-based platform accessible via browser, with mobile apps available on iOS and Android.

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Kaspersky Total Security: How much does Kaspersky Total Security cost?

Kaspersky Standard costs $38.99/year for 3 devices. Plus tier is $52.99/year for 5 devices. Premium is $74.99/year for 10 devices. Multi-year discounts available.

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DocuWare: Does DocuWare offer offline access?

DocuWare has limited offline access capabilities. The mobile app offers fewer features compared to the desktop version.

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Kaspersky Total Security: Is Kaspersky available in the United States?

No. The U.S. government banned Kaspersky software sales in June 2024, with support and software updates ceasing September 29, 2024, citing national security concerns regarding Russian government ties.

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Kaspersky Total Security: Does Kaspersky have parental controls?

Yes. Premium and Plus tiers include one year free access to Kaspersky Safe Kids parental controls app, which provides activity reports, app monitoring, usage limits, and geo-fencing with location tracking.

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Kaspersky Total Security: How much does the VPN provide?

Kaspersky's free VPN (Kaspersky Secure Connection) offers only 200 MB per day of traffic, limiting data usage. Full VPN is included in Plus and Premium plans but with limited servers in only 24 countries.

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